Programs

Scholarship Request

Open Dates

We are a donation-based center and want everyone to attend regardless of financial ability. Our registration platform requires us to list a standard cost, but you are welcome to request a scholarship or offer a different amount. Please fill out the form. If you have further questions or requests, feel free to contact us at […]

Beginner Meditation Workshop

With Dewaine Rester

January 11 - 18, 2026
In-Person Only (Tallahassee Chan Center)

Relax, Focus, and Reduce Stress For many years, teachers from the Tallahassee Chan Center have offered meditation instruction throughout the Tallahassee community, including programs at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, the Leon County Public Library, and the Florida Department of State. This workshop draws on that long-standing experience to provide a clear, methodical introduction to meditation that […]

Five Voices, One Path: A Weekend of Zen Teachings

With GuoGu

January 30 - February 1, 2026
In-person at TCC + Online

Please note that this offering is in-person and online. No Overnight Accommodations at the Center Join us for a rare weekend of teachings with Jan Chozen Bays Roshi, Hogen Bays Roshi, Fred Eppsteiner, and Angie Parrish, with Guo Gu hosting and offering commentary throughout. Each teacher will lead a period of sitting meditation followed by […]

Three-Day Chan Retreat: Honoring Chan Master Sheng Yen (In-Person)

With GuoGu

February 6 - 8, 2026
Offered in-person

🌿 This application is for in-person slots. For the online retreat, please register here. This is our annual retreat to remember Master Sheng Yen. This year, instead of a Beginner’s Mind Retreat, we will hold a three-day intensive Chan retreat. Please note that the retreat starts early on Friday afternoon. It will include instructions for […]

Three-Day Chan Retreat: Honoring Chan Master Sheng Yen (Online)

With GuoGu

February 6 - 8, 2026
Offered online

🌿 This application is for the online retreat. For the in-person retreat, please register here. This is our annual retreat to remember Master Sheng Yen. This year, instead of a Beginner’s Mind Retreat, we will hold a three-day intensive Chan retreat. Please note that the retreat starts early on Friday afternoon. It will include instructions […]